ATHENA DRESS RENTAL

HOW TO RENT A DRESS?

        

Renting your dream dress from Athena Dress Rental is a breeze! We’ve streamlined the process to ensure you can focus on looking fabulous for your big moment. Dive into our step-by-step guide below and discover how simple it is to step into an Athena dress and let the magic begin

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STEP 1

Select the gowns you like!

Step 1 is quite simple and fun! Browse through our dress catalogue or our Instagram page and select a few dresses that you like. Think about the colour and the style of the dress that you want to be in on your special day

STEP 2

Select the rental period

Do you need the dress for 1 day, 3 days, 7 days or longer? A typical photoshoot happening in the GTA requires only 1 day rental. Check out our prices section to see the price of each rental period.

STEP 3

Book a try-on appointment

Visit our studio in Richmond Hill and try on the dresses that you liked and select the one. Please note that we don’t accept walk ins – appointment is required for any try ons.

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STEP 4

Put Down a Deposit and sign a contract

Once you select your dress and the date you need it for, sign a contract and leave a $300 deposit for the rental. This ensures that the dress is available to you and you only on the day you need it. The outstanding amount is typically due three days before your rental period begins.

STEP 5

Pick up your dress!

Pick up your dress the night before your rental period begins and drop it off once you are done with it.

How much does it cost to rent a dress?

The price depends on whether you need a long train or a no-train dress, the length of time you are renting it for and whether or not you need other services besides the dress itself. Detailed pricing can be found by clicking here.

Where can I see, try on the dresses and choose?

The easiest way to see the dresses is in our Catalogue or on our page on Instagram. Every dress has a name and some can be worn several different ways (some dresses have detachable sleeves etc.). Click on the individual dress page to see more info about the dress. Alternatively, you can come to see the dresses in person in our studio in Bradford. Please make sure to book a try-on appointment on our site before coming. If you are unable to attend, you can send us your measurements and your choice of dress and we will choose the best size for you. If you are going with a section option, we highly recommend going for our styling services in addition to the dress rental.

What if the dress doesn’t fit?

That would be impossible if you told us your measurements truthfully. The dress size is adjustable and should work for you to wear to a photoshoot and pose in it. We do not make any adjustments to the dresses, we pick the best size for you to wear. Remember that some parts of the dress might not fit perfectly, but this will not be visible in photos. If you are still worried about the fit, we suggest that you go with our styling service which involves a personal stylist who will bring all the necessary tools to help you with the fit during your photoshoot.

Who is a stylist and what do they do?

Having a stylist at the shoot is like having your best friend there with you to help you. The service doesn’t end there though.

Our stylists are trained to work with long dresses and style them appropriately for photos. A stylist makes sure the dress sits on perfectly for every shot. Want those fancy flying dress shots? – We got you! Want the train to be on the front for an epic staircase shot? – We got you! Need help choosing jewelry to go with your dress or helping you pick your fiancé’s suit? – No worries!

The stylist also fixes your hair, corrects your stance, and makes sure no awkward poses are being held during photos. Since the stylist is the one who takes care of your dress – the photo and video team will have much more time to SHOOT YOU instead of focusing on fixing your outfit.

Our stylists are experts at very cool and unusual styling ideas for poses never yet seen!

As a bonus, you get a bunch of behind-the-scenes videos and photos taken by our stylist during your shoot which will be shared with you in high quality. Investing in a stylist definitely pays off. The most common thing we hear at the end of every shoot we attend is “I don’t even know how other couples do it without you!”

When are you open?

Our weekly appointments are different week-to-week, so please refer to our calendar for the availability. Please make sure to book an appointment prior to showing up at our location. To book an appointment, navigate to the “Book a Try-On” link in the main menu of the website.

How long in advance do I need to book?

We recommend booking your dress as soon as you have a set date for your photoshoot. Otherwise, at least 1 month’s notice is advisable for you to have the best possible selection of gowns. Some seasons are busier than others and can mean that the dresses are booked back-to-back. Contact us through WhatsApp, email, or Instagram if you wish to book the dress online, or come for a try on session by making an appointment through our website

Is there a deposit I need to pay to book the dress?

A $300 non-refundable deposit is taken at the time of booking to secure the dress for your date. The remaining amount is typically due 3 days before your rental period.

In case your shoot is less than 7 days away, a full rental amount + damage deposit is due at the time of booking.

What if I’m in US or another Canadian city? Can I still rent?

You absolutely can! You need to cover the time that the dress is away for as well as pay for two-way shipping.

What if my photoshoot gets cancelled? Can I get my money back?

Unfortunately, the rental price is non-refundable. If your photoshoot gets rescheduled because of the weather or other reasons, please notify us at least 48 hrs in advance and we will gladly move your rental to a different day.

If you notify us less than 48 hours in advance, that the dress has already been prepared or picked up, a reschedule fee is charged depending on the situation.

How long is the rental for?

Rent it for as long as you need it! We offer dress rental services for a period of 1 day, 3 days, 7 days, 10 days, 2 weeks, 1 month or more!

Where and when do I pick up my dress?

You will pick up your dress the night before your dress rental period and return it before noon on the day after your dress rental period ends. Let’s say your rental is scheduled on a Friday. Your pick up would be on Thursday between 6 and 8pm, and you can return the dress up until Saturday at noon (12PM) without an additional charge.

If you book a stylist to come with you for your photoshoot, the dress will be delivered to you at the agreed-upon time.

How/When do I return the dress?

The details and time of the return will be specified in your dress rental contract depending on the selected dress rental service. Usually, the latest you can return the dress is noon (12pm) of the day following your rental period. You can also return the dress on the same day as the rental day, given that it is before 8pm.

Will my dress be clean when I receive it?

Your dress will be dry-cleaned, steamed, sanitized, and ready for you to wear. You will receive it in a special waterproof case together with all the accessories you need to wear it.

What if the dress gets dirty?

Athena Dress Rental covers the dry cleaning fee of the gowns between wears. The only time you could be charged extra is if the dress is returned in a SEVERELY stained condition, at which point an additional fee for double dry cleaning will be applied. Any non-removable staining (wine, coffee, paint etc.) will be considered damage and charged for based on individual situations.

What is considered damage?

Regular wear and tear is expected (fabric stretch, loose threads, colour fade etc.). Any damage that is caused by negligence (burn marks, rips, tears, ripped zippers, beverage stains) will be the responsibility of the renter. If the damage is minor and can be repaired, the appropriate amount will be subtracted from the damage deposit (to be determined by Athena Dress Rental). However, if the damage is major and/or irreparable, the renter will be responsible for the entire cost of the dress (ranging between $3,000 – $8,000 depending on the dress).

What if there is damage or staining when I receive the dress?

We inspect our dresses before giving them to you, so there shouldn’t be any issues. However, we are all human and might miss things, therefore you have 2 hours to inspect the dress after picking it up and text Athena Dress Rental with any issues and photographic proof of damage/staining to remove liability from yourself. Just like you would inspect a rental car before taking it off the lot, you will be able to inspect your dress for up to 2 hours following pick up in the comfort of your own home. If the inspection was not performed within the 2hr timeframe, any damage reported afterwards will not be accepted. If you choose Stylist or Makeup packages that include dress delivery, the dress inspection will be performed together with you before your shoot.

When do I get my damage deposit back?

The dress will be inspected for damage after you return it. Assuming the conditions of rental are met, you will receive your damage deposit within 24 hrs of dress return via e-transfer. If the dress needs any repairs, the appropriate amount will be subtracted from the damage deposit and the rest will be returned to you via e-transfer.

Do you rent wedding dresses?

Unfortunately, we do not rent wedding dresses at this time, however we are planning on starting a wedding dress rental service in Spring of 2025.

Get in Touch

Get in Touch With Us

Location

Holland Street W

Bradford, ON. L3Z 2S9

Email

athenadressrental@gmail.com

Phone/WhatsApp

(647) 937-7574

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Hours

By Appointment Only